Three residents of Columbia found themselves connected to the Libyan revolution in various ways. Ahmed El-Tayash toured the country during the uprising. Ty Cacek documented the uprising through his photos and Rashid Kikhia continues to work with the National Transitional Council to set up a new government.

During the special session, senators are discussing creating a tax break incentive for international cargo shippers at the St. Louis airport, among others. Eliminating tax breaks for low-income disabled and elderly residents would help fund the new tax breaks.

Kendial Lawrence was the starter at running back for the Tigers in their season-opening win Saturday against Miami (Ohio). On Tuesday, it was announced that Lawrence has a broken fibula and will be sidelined for at least four weeks.